A local Klamath Falls resident recently received a suspicious letter in their mailbox, and we want to make sure our community stays alert. The envelope was missing the usual computer-generated tracking that is typically printed over a mailed stamp, suggesting that it may have been placed directly in their mailbox instead of being sent through the postal system.
Inside the envelope was a letter and a check for $9,900.74, claiming the recipient had won a prize. The letter instructed them to cash the check and, most concerningly, to keep the details confidential.
This is a scam! Scammers often send fraudulent checks and ask recipients to deposit them, only to later request a portion of the money to be sent back before the check ultimately bounces leaving the victim responsible for the full amount.
What to do if you receive a similar letter?
DO NOT deposit the check.
DO NOT respond or engage with the sender.
DO NOT send any money or share personal information.
REPORT the scam to local authorities.
Stay vigilant and share this with friends, family, and neighbors to help prevent fraud! If you have any doubts about a suspicious letter or check, always verify before taking action.
